Museum and Heritage Studies Program

The Museum and Heritage Studies Program introduces students to the history and theory of museum and heritage practice. It is designed to equip graduates with professional knowledge and practical experience consistent with pathways to employment in museums and the growing area of local and global heritage. Now is an especially important time for research, teaching and debate within the discipline, as the museums and heritage industries are in a period of dynamic change and growth around the world.

The 2016 SUPRA Supervisor of the Year awards were announced at a special ceremony on 15 November. Of the 114 supervisors who were nominated by research postgraduate students, a total of 22 awards were given across 15 faculties. Each faculty is allocated one award however due to the quality of nominees FASS was awarded 4; Medicine 3; Business 2; SCA 2.